Aunty Marilyn Russell, Shellwork Dark purple jewellery box He eventually quit the world

He eventually quit the world of fashion and the bright lights of Sydney to work at an Aboriginal art centre in Katherine

ISBN 978-0-646-80701-0

Title: Jingubardabiya rrapa Guparlma

'This piece was created as a tribute to my partner who recently relocated to the UAE'

Aunty Marilyn Russell, Shellwork Dark purple jewellery box He eventually quit the worldArtist: Marilyn Russell Title: Heart shaped red shellwork jewellery box Materials: Shells, glue, velvet, cardboard & glitter Sizes vary: Approx 200mm wide x 200mm x 120mm deep Continuing the tradition of shellwork which has been handed down to her from her mother Esme Timbery, Marilyn Russell's work represents her connection to the past and a process of healing. Through these fine art objects, Marilyn keeps Bidjigal women's shellwork tradition alive.